Part of the 1260 Housing Development Corporation, a nonprofit corporation, the Hopin I Shelter Plus Care facilities provide 76 units of permanent, independent housing for homeless people diagnosed with a severe mental illness or recovering from substance abuse. Organizations that deal with drugs and alcohol, mental health, and homeless recovery issues refer potential housing candidates, which are reviewed by the Office of Supportive Housing and the Department of Behavioral Health.

The Hopin I Shelter Plus Care program provides a variety of different housing options throughout Philadelphia, from one-bedroom efficiencies to three-bedroom housing units. Hopin I is a Sponsor-based Rental Assistance program, so residents live in facilities owned or leased by 1260 HDC. Housing is inspected every year to make sure it is up to code. Residents contribute 30% of their income to rent, although this can be reduced if a resident’s income increases above certain levels.

1260 also provides a variety of services to address residents’ particular obstacles through outside programs. These services include volunteer outreach, case management, substance abuse treatment, HIV/AIDS medical diagnostic services, mental health supportive services, transportation, meals, and clothing. If additional, or different, services are needed 1260 can help arrange them. The goal of Hopin I is to help residents live independent and successful lives, while also connecting with the community they live around.

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